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Oor Rabbie Vs India’s ‘Rabi’

Every year Scots across the globe dust down their tartan, cook up a storm and pour a wee dram to celebrate our national bard, Robert Burns.

The History and Words of Auld Lang Syne

Auld Lang Syne is a song which thrilled the soul of Robert Burns and is sung the world over at New Year.

Year of Creative Scotland 2012

A year long programme of events to celebrate Scotland’s world class culture and creativity will run throughout 2012.

Great fictional characters from Scotland

From Sherlock Holmes to Toad of Toad Hall, we take a look at ten of the best characters from Scottish literature.

New beginnings

Some of Scotland's finest museums are set to re-open this year following major refurbishment.

Scotland on the literary map

We take a look at some of the Scottish places that have inspired poets and writers.

Robert Burns Birthplace Museum

New museum to help preserve Robert Burns' poetry, passion and the Scots tongue officially open.

In the words of the Bard | Robert Burns quotes

A selection of memorable quotations from Scotland's national poet Robert Burns.

Think you know about Robert Burns?

From Coca Cola to Chinese WW2 resistance fighters, find out about the global reach of Scotland's National Bard in 20 facts.

The Legend of the Burns Supper

A look at the history and continuing popularity of the Burns Supper, the annual celebration of Robert Burns.